Bill
SB 3249
Authorizes an FY2026 General Fund appropriation to the Department of Health for Newton County to renovate and outfit the county health department offices.
SB 3249 — General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to DOH for Newton County for renovation and outfitting of health department offices
Overview
SB 3249 would authorize a General Fund appropriation for Fiscal Year 2026 to the Department of Health (DOH) specifically for Newton County to renovate and outfit the county’s health department offices. The bill appears to target improvements to facilities used for public health operations in Newton County, with funding administered by the DOH as part of the state’s general revenue budget.
Purpose and Intent
- Provide targeted funding to Newton County to upgrade health department office facilities.
- Support renovation and outfitting needs to improve working conditions and service delivery at the local health department.
Key Provisions (as described by the bill’s title)
- Financial mechanism: Establish a FY2026 General Fund appropriation to DOH for Newton County.
- Project scope: Renovation and outfitting of Newton County health department offices (specific improvements not detailed in the summary).
- Administration: Funds would be managed by the Department of Health for the Newton County project (exact administrative requirements not specified in the available information).
Financial Details
- Dollar amount: Not disclosed in the provided information.
- Source: General Fund (state general revenues).
- Use: Renovation and outfitting of local health department offices in Newton County.
Who Would Be Affected
- Newton County residents: Potential for improved public health service delivery due to upgraded facilities.
- Newton County health department staff: Beneficiaries of renovated workspace and improved outfitting.
- Newton County government: Local partner in coordinating the project and ensuring facilities meet needs.
- DOH: Responsible for administering the appropriation and overseeing project implementation.
Procedural and Timeline Aspects
- Introduced: February 26, 2025.
- Legislative actions: Referred to Appropriations on February 26, 2025; Died in Committee on February 26, 2025.
- Status: Died in Committee, meaning the bill did not advance to the full chamber for consideration and would not become law in its current form.
Significant Considerations
- Because the bill died in committee, no appropriation would be enacted under SB 3249 unless reintroduced or amended and advanced in a future session.
- If reintroduced, potential future iterations might specify the exact dollar amount, project scope, procurement requirements, reporting, and timelines for completion.
Next Steps
- Monitor for any reintroduction or amendments in subsequent sessions.
- If revived, review the fiscal notes, project scope, and reporting requirements to assess feasibility and impact on local health services in Newton County.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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